{"id":35496,"date":"2025-07-13T09:42:21","date_gmt":"2025-07-13T04:12:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=35496"},"modified":"2025-07-13T09:42:24","modified_gmt":"2025-07-13T04:12:24","slug":"indian-states-and-capitals","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indian-states-and-capitals\/","title":{"rendered":"Indian States and Capitals 2025 \u2013 Updated List for Competitive Exams"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indian-states-and-capitals\/#Indian_States_and_Capitals_2025_%E2%80%93_Check_the_updated_list_of_28_states_and_8_union_territories_with_capitals_Essential_for_SSC_UPSC_Banking_Railways_and_other_exams\" >Indian States and Capitals 2025 \u2013 Check the updated list of 28 states and 8 union territories with capitals. Essential for SSC, UPSC, Banking, Railways, and other exams.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indian-states-and-capitals\/#%E2%80%9CStates_and_Capitals_of_India_%E2%80%93_A_Comprehensive_Overview%E2%80%9D_%F0%9F%8F%9B%EF%B8%8F\" >\u201cStates and Capitals of India \u2013 A Comprehensive Overview\u201d \ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indian-states-and-capitals\/#Introduction_Indias_Federal_Structure_and_Administrative_Divisions\" >Introduction: India\u2019s Federal Structure and Administrative Divisions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indian-states-and-capitals\/#What_Defines_a_State_and_Union_Territory\" >What Defines a State and Union Territory?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indian-states-and-capitals\/#Breakdown_of_Indias_28_States_and_Their_Capitals\" >Breakdown of India\u2019s 28 States and Their Capitals<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indian-states-and-capitals\/#Listing_of_Union_Territories_and_Their_Capitals\" >Listing of Union Territories and Their Capitals<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indian-states-and-capitals\/#Significance_in_Exams_Relevance_of_States_and_Capitals\" >Significance in Exams: Relevance of States and Capitals<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indian-states-and-capitals\/#Recent_Updates_and_Administrative_Changes\" >Recent Updates and Administrative Changes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indian-states-and-capitals\/#Concluding_Remarks\" >Concluding Remarks<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indian-states-and-capitals\/#B_Why_This_News_Is_Important\" >B) Why This News Is Important<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indian-states-and-capitals\/#Central_Pillar_of_General_Knowledge\" >Central Pillar of General Knowledge<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indian-states-and-capitals\/#Enhances_Administrative_Aptitude\" >Enhances Administrative Aptitude<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indian-states-and-capitals\/#Reflects_Evolving_Political_Landscape\" >Reflects Evolving Political Landscape<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indian-states-and-capitals\/#C_Historical_Context\" >C) Historical Context<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indian-states-and-capitals\/#Origins_of_Indias_States\" >Origins of India\u2019s States<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indian-states-and-capitals\/#Emergence_of_Union_Territories\" >Emergence of Union Territories<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indian-states-and-capitals\/#Recent_Administrative_Evolutions\" >Recent Administrative Evolutions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indian-states-and-capitals\/#D_Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CStates_and_Capitals_%E2%80%93_How_Many_States_in_India%E2%80%9D\" >D) Key Takeaways from \u201cStates and Capitals \u2013 How Many States in India?\u201d<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indian-states-and-capitals\/#FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indian-states-and-capitals\/#1_How_many_states_and_union_territories_are_there_in_India_as_of_2025\" >1. How many states and union territories are there in India as of 2025?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indian-states-and-capitals\/#2_Which_state_has_the_summer_and_winter_capitals\" >2. Which state has the summer and winter capitals?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indian-states-and-capitals\/#3_What_is_the_difference_between_a_state_and_a_union_territory_in_India\" >3. What is the difference between a state and a union territory in India?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indian-states-and-capitals\/#4_Which_was_the_last_major_change_in_the_political_map_of_India\" >4. Which was the last major change in the political map of India?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indian-states-and-capitals\/#5_Are_union_territories_included_in_questions_in_government_exams\" >5. Are union territories included in questions in government exams?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indian-states-and-capitals\/#6_Why_is_it_important_to_remember_states_and_capitals\" >6. Why is it important to remember states and capitals?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indian-states-and-capitals\/#7_Which_act_reorganized_the_Indian_states_in_1956\" >7. Which act reorganized the Indian states in 1956?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indian-states-and-capitals\/#8_Which_state_has_Mumbai_as_its_capital\" >8. Which state has Mumbai as its capital?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indian-states-and-capitals\/#9_Which_exam_categories_most_frequently_ask_questions_about_Indian_states_and_capitals\" >9. Which exam categories most frequently ask questions about Indian states and capitals?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indian-states-and-capitals\/#10_How_to_remember_Indian_states_and_their_capitals_for_exams\" >10. How to remember Indian states and their capitals for exams?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/indian-states-and-capitals\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Indian_States_and_Capitals_2025_%E2%80%93_Check_the_updated_list_of_28_states_and_8_union_territories_with_capitals_Essential_for_SSC_UPSC_Banking_Railways_and_other_exams\"><\/span><strong>Indian States and Capitals 2025<\/strong> \u2013 Check the updated list of 28 states and 8 union territories with capitals. Essential for SSC, UPSC, Banking, Railways, and other exams.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%80%9CStates_and_Capitals_of_India_%E2%80%93_A_Comprehensive_Overview%E2%80%9D_%F0%9F%8F%9B%EF%B8%8F\"><\/span>\u201cStates and Capitals of India \u2013 A Comprehensive Overview\u201d \ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction_Indias_Federal_Structure_and_Administrative_Divisions\"><\/span>Introduction: India\u2019s Federal Structure and Administrative Divisions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>India, the world\u2019s seventh-largest country by land area, is organized into a federal structure, consisting of 28 states and 8 union territories. Each of these administrative units has a designated capital, serving as the political and administrative hub. Understanding this structure is essential not only for governance but also for aspirants preparing for civil services, banking, railways, and teaching exams, where questions on Indian polity and geography are common .<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Defines_a_State_and_Union_Territory\"><\/span>What Defines a State and Union Territory?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A <strong>state<\/strong> is a semi-autonomous region with its own elected government, legislative assembly, and the authority to enact laws on specific subjects. In contrast, a <strong>union territory (UT)<\/strong> is directly governed by the central government, although some, like Delhi and Puducherry, have legislative assemblies with limited powers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Breakdown_of_Indias_28_States_and_Their_Capitals\"><\/span>Breakdown of India\u2019s 28 States and Their Capitals<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s a brief overview of a few major states and their capitals:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Uttar Pradesh<\/strong> \u2013 Lucknow<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Maharashtra<\/strong> \u2013 Mumbai<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>West Bengal<\/strong> \u2013 Kolkata<br>Each state capital is a focal point of governance, culture, and regional identity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Listing_of_Union_Territories_and_Their_Capitals\"><\/span>Listing of Union Territories and Their Capitals<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>India\u2019s 8 UTs include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Delhi<\/strong> \u2013 New Delhi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Puducherry<\/strong> \u2013 Puducherry<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Jammu &amp; Kashmir<\/strong> \u2013 Srinagar (summer), Jammu (winter)<br>Union territories may have different administrative setups depending on their history and constitutional status.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Significance_in_Exams_Relevance_of_States_and_Capitals\"><\/span>Significance in Exams: Relevance of States and Capitals<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Questions regarding the number of states, union territories, and matching them to their capitals appear frequently in the <strong>General Knowledge<\/strong> section of government exams. They test candidates\u2019 knowledge of India&#8217;s political geography, which is crucial for roles in administration, banking, railways, and education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Recent_Updates_and_Administrative_Changes\"><\/span>Recent Updates and Administrative Changes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Although the count of states and UTs has remained stable since 2019, there have been administrative reorganization efforts, such as the bifurcation and merger of certain regions. Keeping updated on any changes is vital, as exam questions often revolve around these modifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Concluding_Remarks\"><\/span>Concluding Remarks<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A solid grasp of India\u2019s administrative divisions, especially its states and capitals, is an indispensable part of any government exam preparation. These fundamentals build a foundation for understanding federal affairs, administrative jurisdiction, and geographical trivia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\" id=\"Indian-states-and-capitals\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/%E0%A4%AD%E0%A4%BE%E0%A4%B0%E0%A4%A4-%E0%A4%95%E0%A5%87-%E0%A4%B0%E0%A4%BE%E0%A4%9C%E0%A5%8D%E0%A4%AF-%E0%A4%94%E0%A4%B0-%E0%A4%B0%E0%A4%BE%E0%A4%9C%E0%A4%A7%E0%A4%BE%E0%A4%A8%E0%A5%80-%E0%A4%B9%E0%A4%BF%E0%A4%82%E0%A4%A6%E0%A5%80-%E0%A4%AE%E0%A5%87%E0%A4%82.png\" alt=\"Indian states and capitals\" title=\"Indian states and capitals\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Indian states and capitals<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"B_Why_This_News_Is_Important\"><\/span>B) Why This News Is Important<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Central_Pillar_of_General_Knowledge\"><\/span>Central Pillar of General Knowledge<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Knowledge of India\u2019s states and capitals forms a core component of the <strong>General Studies<\/strong> section across various competitive exams (e.g., SSC CGL, UPSC Prelims, IBPS RRB). It tests basic awareness necessary for administrative roles and governance-related positions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Enhances_Administrative_Aptitude\"><\/span>Enhances Administrative Aptitude<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Understanding administrative divisions boosts comprehension of federalism and governance. Aspirants for police, civil services, and education departments must be aware of regional jurisdictions for effective functioning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reflects_Evolving_Political_Landscape\"><\/span>Reflects Evolving Political Landscape<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Any reorganization or change in statehood\u2014like the formation of new states or alteration in union territory status\u2014can directly impact administrative processes. This makes the topic continuously relevant and frequently asked in exams immediately after such changes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"C_Historical_Context\"><\/span>C) Historical Context<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Origins_of_Indias_States\"><\/span>Origins of India\u2019s States<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>At independence in 1947, India was divided into British provinces and princely states. The <strong>States Reorganisation Act of 1956<\/strong> saw the re-drawing of state boundaries on linguistic lines, establishing the current federal framework.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Emergence_of_Union_Territories\"><\/span>Emergence of Union Territories<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Union territories were formed in situations where direct governance by the central government was deemed beneficial\u2014either due to strategic, historical, or administrative reasons. Examples include Chandigarh (shared capital) and Andaman &amp; Nicobar Islands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Recent_Administrative_Evolutions\"><\/span>Recent Administrative Evolutions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In 2019, <strong>Jammu &amp; Kashmir<\/strong> and <strong>Ladakh<\/strong> were reorganized. Jammu &amp; Kashmir became a UT, and Ladakh emerged as a separate UT. This restructuring emphasized the government&#8217;s adaptability to regional governance models and remains a key precedent for future developments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"D_Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CStates_and_Capitals_%E2%80%93_How_Many_States_in_India%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>D) Key Takeaways from \u201cStates and Capitals \u2013 How Many States in India?\u201d<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>S.No.<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Key Takeaway<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td>India has <strong>28 states and 8 union territories<\/strong>, each with its own capital .<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td><strong>States<\/strong> have elected governments, whereas <strong>union territories<\/strong> are centrally administered, with exceptions like Delhi and Puducherry.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>The <strong>States Reorganisation Act of 1956<\/strong> created linguistic states and shaped modern boundaries.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>Recent reorganization in 2019 included the bifurcation of <strong>Jammu &amp; Kashmir<\/strong> into two UTs.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>Knowing states and capitals is vital for competitive exams in <strong>General Studies and Administrative Aptitude<\/strong>.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Indian states and capitals<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_How_many_states_and_union_territories_are_there_in_India_as_of_2025\"><\/span>1. <strong>How many states and union territories are there in India as of 2025?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>India has <strong>28 states and 8 union territories<\/strong> as of 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Which_state_has_the_summer_and_winter_capitals\"><\/span>2. <strong>Which state has the summer and winter capitals?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Jammu and Kashmir<\/strong> has <strong>two capitals<\/strong>: <strong>Srinagar<\/strong> (summer) and <strong>Jammu<\/strong> (winter).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_What_is_the_difference_between_a_state_and_a_union_territory_in_India\"><\/span>3. <strong>What is the difference between a state and a union territory in India?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A <strong>state<\/strong> has its own government and legislature, while a <strong>union territory<\/strong> is administered directly by the <strong>Central Government<\/strong> (though some UTs like Delhi and Puducherry have limited self-governance).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Which_was_the_last_major_change_in_the_political_map_of_India\"><\/span>4. <strong>Which was the last major change in the political map of India?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The bifurcation of <strong>Jammu and Kashmir<\/strong> into <strong>two union territories (Jammu &amp; Kashmir and Ladakh)<\/strong> on <strong>October 31, 2019<\/strong>, was the most recent major change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Are_union_territories_included_in_questions_in_government_exams\"><\/span>5. <strong>Are union territories included in questions in government exams?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, <strong>union territories and their capitals<\/strong> are <strong>frequently asked in static GK sections<\/strong> of <strong>UPSC, SSC, Railways, Banking, and Teaching exams<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Why_is_it_important_to_remember_states_and_capitals\"><\/span>6. <strong>Why is it important to remember states and capitals?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This topic is vital for <strong>polity, geography, and general awareness sections<\/strong> in competitive exams, particularly for <strong>civil services and public sector roles<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Which_act_reorganized_the_Indian_states_in_1956\"><\/span>7. <strong>Which act reorganized the Indian states in 1956?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>States Reorganisation Act, 1956<\/strong>, reorganized states based on <strong>linguistic and administrative criteria<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Which_state_has_Mumbai_as_its_capital\"><\/span>8. <strong>Which state has Mumbai as its capital?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Maharashtra<\/strong> has <strong>Mumbai<\/strong> as its capital.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Which_exam_categories_most_frequently_ask_questions_about_Indian_states_and_capitals\"><\/span>9. <strong>Which exam categories most frequently ask questions about Indian states and capitals?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>SSC, UPSC, State PSCs, Banking exams (IBPS, SBI), Defence, and Railways<\/strong> regularly include these in <strong>General Knowledge or Static GK sections<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" 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